ExxonMobil in Talks with Car and Battery Makers to Create Lithium Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 2, 2023
The talks with potential buyers, such as Ford, Tesla, Volkswagen, Samsung and SK On, are still in the early stages.
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U.S. Announces TSMC Incentives for U.S. Based Semiconductor Production
Supply Chain Matters
APRIL 8, 2024
based semiconductor production that included upwards of 11 fabrication facilities. SK Hynix U.S. Investment Regarding Nvidia , South Korea based SK Hynix announced last week plans to invest upwards of $3.9 In July of 2022, Samsung announced significant plans to invest in U.S.
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Understand the Pitfalls of IBP Before Embarking on a Supply Chain Transformation
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 6, 2023
GEON is owned by SK Capital. SK Capital is a private investment firm focused on the specialty materials, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals sectors. SK Capital targets investments where they can leverage their industry and operating experience to improve an investment company’s growth, cash flow and risk profile.
Ford, SK Building $11.4 Billion Electric Truck, Battery Plants
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
and South Korea’s SK Innovation Co. Ford Motor Co. plan to spend $11.4 billion to construct three battery factories and an assembly plant for electric F-Series pickup trucks in Tennessee and Kentucky, the biggest investment in the U.S. automaker’s history.
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This Week in Logistics News (July 30 – August 5)
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 5, 2022
If President Joe Biden’s administration proceeds with the move, it could also hurt South Korean memory chip juggernauts Samsung Electronics Co Ltd and SK Hynix Inc, the sources said, speaking on condition of anonymity. he crackdown, if approved, would involve barring the shipment of U.S.
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Ford’s Announced Plans to Operate a Battery Plant in Michigan
Supply Chain Matters
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Ford was faced with this sourcing decision after South Korea based LG Chem brought a trade secret dispute with rival SK Innovation before the International Trade Commission last year. The trade group subsequently ruled in LG Chem’s favor, which led to a 10-year ban for SK Innovation from the United States.
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Electrifying Changes: How the UAW-Big 3 Strike is Reshaping the Automotive World
QAD
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Precisely, the union is positioning itself to engage with three significant players in this arena: LG Energy Solution, SK On, and Samsung SDI. Careful analysis of the industry dynamics suggests that the UAW is primed to focus on the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) battery sector. Unlike GM, Ford and Stellantis have a different challenge.
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Ford Battery Plants on Track to Receive $9.2bn Federal Loan
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 26, 2023
The money will be awarded via the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program to BlueOval SK, a new joint business venture established by Ford and SK On.
Lithium and Graphite Shortage Stifles U S Battery Manufacturing Growth
Operations and Supply Chain Management
JANUARY 27, 2021
Battery-manufacturing giants such as South Korea’s LG Chem and SK Innovation are building factories in the U.S. The drive marks a shift for North America, which has long relied on imports for such components, an imbalance that industry executives say is a problem as interest in electrified transportation grows. But there is little U.S.
Taking calculated risks
BlueYonder
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
SK: When I was a kid, I wanted to join the Indian Army. SK: Oh yes, but when I got into work, the numbers dwindled a bit as not everyone chose a career in technology. SK: I think you need to consider what a career in technology demands. SK: I take calculated risks. SriLaxmi with her family. SCN: Why do you think that is?
Shortages of coolant set to impact the semiconductor industry
Resilinc
APRIL 12, 2022
On March 18, 3M informed customers – including Samsung, SK Hynix, Intel and TSMC – of impending shortages. 3M accounts for 90% of this type of coolant production: its Belgium plant accounts for 80% of production and its US plant accounts for 10%.
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Putting the Planet First: Bringing Sustainability To The Last-Mile With Logistics Technology
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
According to the findings of a 2021 survery by SK Group, 72% of consumers are likely to purchase products in packaging that is easily recycled or reused—a promising figure and a great incentive for businesses to take sustainability efforts seriously.
Ford Motor to Pause Construction of Michigan Battery Plant
Supply Chain Matters
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
In conjunction with South Korean based battery technology provider SK-On, Ford is constructing two other battery supply facilities, one in Kentucky and the other in Tennessee , both right-to-work states. Some lawmakers and a committee chairperson called for Ford to abandon its decision to cede technology leadership to China.
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The 2023 UAW Negotiations Affect More Than Union Workers
QAD
MARCH 28, 2023
This could lead to unions within Ford’s JV with Sk Innovations, GM’s JV with LG and Chrysler’s JV with Samsung.
Signs of Longer-Term Semiconductor Fab Regionalization Abound
Supply Chain Matters
MARCH 23, 2023
According to South Korea’s Ministry of Trade , the presence of Samsung and memory chip producer SK Hynix will the basis of the globe’s largest single site semiconductor complex.
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U.S. Allowing Samsung, SK Hynix to Receive American Chipmaking Tools in China
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2023
The authorization allows the companies to continue using their China-based chipmaking operations without having to apply for licenses with the U.S. to receive new equipment.
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U.S. Providing $710M in Loans to EV Technology Projects
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The larger of the two preliminary loan commitments announced went to a unit of the South Korean semiconductor company SK Siltron.
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Breaking Supply Chain News- Panasonic Plans an Additional EV Battery Production Facility in the U.S.
Supply Chain Matters
AUGUST 26, 2022
as part of a new EV vehicle global investment plan while battery producers Samsung SDI and SK Innovation also have U.S. Toyota has further announced plans to source an EV battery production facility in the U.S. production plans, each with a designated branded automotive partner.
Labor Strike Targeting U.S. Automakers- Update Five
Supply Chain Matters
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Ford has elected to partner with South Korean based battery manufacturer SK Innovation , in building and the joint operating of three battery production facilities, two in Kentucky and one in Tennessee. Both of these U.S. states support to right-to-work laws that make it very difficult for labor unions to organize workers.
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Behind Toyota’s 2021 U.S. win? A better sourcing strategy
Resilinc
JANUARY 19, 2022
In preparation for securing EV supplies, auto companies are partnering with electronic firms to build new factories with GM joining forces with LG Chem, Tesla with Panasonic, Ford with SK Innovation, and Volkswagen planning six joint venture battery factories through 2030.
Behind Toyota’s 2021 U.S. win? Supply chain visibility
Resilinc
JANUARY 18, 2022
In preparation for securing EV supplies, auto companies are partnering with electronic firms to build new factories with GM joining forces with LG Chem, Tesla with Panasonic, Ford with SK Innovation, and Volkswagen planning six joint venture battery factories through 2030.
Behind Toyota’s 2021 U.S. win? Better SCRM
Resilinc
JANUARY 17, 2022
In preparation for securing EV supplies, auto companies are partnering with electronic firms to build new factories with GM joining forces with LG Chem, Tesla with Panasonic, Ford with SK Innovation, and Volkswagen planning six joint venture battery factories through 2030.
Told You So Moment for Akio Toyoda
Supply Chain Matters
OCTOBER 26, 2023
The Chairman of South Korea based SK Group , a strategic battery supplier to Ford Motor , indicated to Bloomberg that amid the increased tensions between the U.S. and China, batteries for electric vehicles will remain higher for a longer period.
Hyundai Motor, LG to Build $4.3bn EV Battery Factory in U.S.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 30, 2023
The announcement comes a month after Hyundai announced that it would build an EV battery factory with SK On, another South Korean battery maker.
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This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech July 14 2022
Supply Chain Matters
JULY 14, 2022
based EV battery production facilities include South Korea headquartered LG Energy Solution , Samsung SDI and SK Innovation , each with a designated branded automotive partner. Other battery manufacturers that have elected to invest in U.S. Toyota has further announced plans to source an EV battery production facility in the U.S.
More Electric Vehicle Supply Network Moves
Supply Chain Matters
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Ascend recently raised $300 million from investors Jaguar Land Rover and battery producer SK Group along with other investors. Profiled in the report is Ascend Elements , a start-up that is developing an efficient means to turn used lithium-ion batteries into new components.
Multimodal Europe – 2015
Supply Chain Movement
JANUARY 21, 2015
sk and its possibilities. Air cargo – development or stagnation? The condition of sea transport in Europe and in the world. Experiences of manufacturing companies in using multimodal transport. Polish window on the world. The port of Gda?sk The fully multimodal ‘door to door’ – logistics services combining road, rail and sea transports. >>
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New Full Truckload (FTL) Freight Lanes in Canada
Freightera
APRIL 14, 2021
From Toronto, ON, to Regina, SK. From Montreal, QC, to Regina, SK. Was: $15249.11 CAD, now: $2244.31 From Toronto, ON, to Edmonton, AB. Was: $3132.30 CAD, now: $2500.46 From Montreal, QC, to Vancouver, BC. Was: $4402.59 CAD, now: $2961.53 From Toronto, ON, to Vancouver, BC. Was: $3983.30 CAD, now: $3104.32 Was: $6366.50
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Our 2019 Top 10 List!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 25, 2019
Our highest ranked guest article, from “SK” Sanjeev Kumar Roy , discusses Blockchain history, evolution, applicability and value for the Supply Chain. Companies must avoid the major hiring mistakes that are articulated in this great article from Sam White at Argentus.com. The Top 10 Hiring Mistakes in Supply Chain! Infographic).
Taking calculated risks
BlueYonder
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
SK: When I was a kid, I wanted to join the Indian Army. SK: Oh yes, but when I got into work, the numbers dwindled a bit as not everyone chose a career in technology. SK: I think you need to consider what a career in technology demands. SK: I take calculated risks. SriLaxmi with her family. SCN: Why do you think that is?
New Less than Truckload (LTL) Freight Rates for our Canadian Shippers!
Freightera
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
From Brantford, ON to Yorkton, SK. Examples for 1 skid , 48x48x48”, 500 lbs: From Madoc, ON to Calgary, AB. Previously: $416.28 CAD, now: $386.61 From Windsor, ON to Kamloops, BC. Previously: $465.19 CAD, now $411.59 Previously $442.93 CAD, now: $367.78 Previously $2,113.51 CAD, now: $1,239.49
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New LTL Reefer Freight Rates in Canada are now Live on Freightera.com!
Freightera
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
Edmonton, AB to Regina, SK CAD $257.85 CLICK HERE. Saskatoon, SK to Vancouver, BC CAD $356.38 CLICK HERE. Saskatoon, SK to Montreal, QC CAD $449.69 CLICK HERE. Oliver, BC to Saskatoon, SK CAD $356.38 CLICK HERE. Osoyoos, BC to Regina, SK CAD $356.38 CLICK HERE.
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Supply Chain Matters News Capsule Follow-Up- August 17 2022
Supply Chain Matters
AUGUST 17, 2022
Additional reports from Asia note that semiconductor producers such as Samsung Electronics , SK Hynix and TSMC are now sensing decreased product demand and are signaling plans to dial back capital investment plans. Nomura reportedly indicated in its latest research note that Asia shipments may have reached a critical inflection point.
New LTL Freight Rate Update in USA and Cross-Border
Freightera
JANUARY 25, 2021
Chicago, IL to Saskatoon, SK. Was: $231 USD, now: $222 USD – Save 4%. USA-Canada cross-border. New York, NY to Fredericton, NB. Was: $522 USD. Now: $299 USD – Save 43%. Was: $329 USD. Now: $258 USD – Save 22%. New York, NY to Montreal, QC. Was: $283 USD. Now: $258 USD – Save 9%. Happy shipping!
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LTL Freight Rate Update for Canadian Shippers
Freightera
MARCH 2, 2022
From Brampton, ON to Saskatoon, SK. From Toronto, ON to Winnipeg, MB. Old rate: $282.01 NEW RATE: $249.55 From Vancouver, BC to Edmonton, AB. Old rate: $328.95 NEW RATE: $269.44 Old rate: $282.01 NEW RATE: $267.42 From Calgary, AB to Edmonton, AB. Old rate: $249.05 NEW RATE: $192.18 From Calgary, AB to Vancouver, BC. Old rate: $301.74
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Parcel Freight Rate Update for Canadian Shippers
Freightera
JANUARY 6, 2022
From: Quebec, QC to: Saskatoon, SK. Was: $42.16 CAD, now: $37.43 From: Toronto, ON to: Winnipeg, MB. Was: $41.28 CAD, now: $33.50 From: Montreal, QC to: Edmonton, AB. Was: $50.45 CAD, now: $38.00 Was: $50.45 CAD, now: $37.43 Get free freight quotes on Freightera.com.
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Procurement Bots – Transformer or Destroyer?
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
Article created and originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, “SK” Sanjeev Kumar Roy. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Check out What Exactly Is Procurement? And What is Purchasing?
This Week in Logistics News (September 18 – 24)
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
The companies will work with Korean battery maker SK Innovation to make EV battery cells in the US that will fir the circular supply model. The aim is to lower the cost of EVs by reducing the dependence on imported materials, while also narrowing the environmental impact from mining and refining of battery materials.
New LTL Shipping Rates in Western Canada and USA
Freightera
OCTOBER 29, 2019
Some Amazing New LTL-by-Road Wins in Western Canada: Calgary, AB T2A 1M6 to Regina, SK S4M 0A1. Lloydminster, SK S9V 0A1 to Saskatoon, SK S7H 0A1 Was: No rate. Toronto, ON M1B 0A1 to Whitewood, SK S0G 0H7. Was: $142.56 Now: $97.52 Click here to book! Edmonton, AB to Delta, BC. Was: $130.62 Now: $105.05 Click here to book!
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New LTL Reefer Rates Across Canada
Freightera
MAY 1, 2020
rates between Vancouver, Regina, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal, Okanagan, plus connecting rates across ON, QC, AB, BC, SK, MB): Saskatoon, SK to Winnipeg, MB : now $268.35 We have also updated 659 rates across Canada plus 912 connecting rates (e.g. Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB : now $269.74
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New Canadian LTL Rate Update: Rates Under $100 CAD
Freightera
APRIL 6, 2020
All rates are for 1 skid, 500 lbs, 48” x 40” x 48”, and include the transit times: Vancouver, BC to Love, SK. You’ll be able to see and book the rates by clicking the links below. . Was: no rate. Now: $177.21 Click here to see the rate. Delta, BC to Kelowna, BC. Was: $128.15 Now: $99.84 Click here to see the rate.
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The 5 Largest Microchip Companies in the World
All Things Supply Chain
AUGUST 23, 2023
In the fast-paced world of technology, microchips are the unsung heroes that power our devices, from smartphones to self-driving cars. The five largest microchip companies wield immense influence, not only…
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New LTL Freight Rates
Freightera
JUNE 15, 2020
Saskatoon, SK to Winnipeg, MB (48 x 48 x 48, 1000 lbs) $268.35 Was: $142.56 USD Now: $135.91 USD Savings: 5%. Reefer Rates in Canada. Montreal, QC to Dorval, QC (48 x 48 x 48, 1000 lbs) $126.80 Osoyoos, BC to Kelowna, BC (48 x 48 x 48, 1000 lbs) $116.10 Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB (48 x 48 x 48, 1000 lbs) $269.74
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Can Blockchain Unblock Supply Chain?
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 20, 2019
Article written by, and permission to publish here provided by, “SK” Sanjeev Kumar Roy at [link]. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What Exactly is Blockchain? And How Does it Work? Infographic).
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